Joe Root, Harry Brook hit half centuries as rain ends day one early in fifth Ashes test
Both brought up hard-fought half-centuries and, with dark storm clouds looming, kept the scoreboard ticking over at a…
State Highway 8 crash Tekapo: Road closed after serious injuries
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Divers help free critically endangered grey nurse sharks from fishing gear
Divers like Dylan and Lara Boag from Jervis Bay on the New South Wales south coast are helping…
Major rescue underway after workers trapped in Curragh Mine collapse
“Initial information indicates one man was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, and one other man remains unaccounted…
Eastern region surf lifeguards rescue 25 people on New Year’s Day
“When you swim between the flags, you’re choosing the area with the lowest risk, and you’re under the…
Elderly tramper winched to safety after 12-hour Kauaeranga Valley rescue
He was wearing only shorts and a singlet and, apart from his mobile phone, was carrying no emergency…
Dramatic rescue after sandbar flips fishing boat
The 12- and 14-year-old are bundled into the car, with one of his mates, and they hit the…
At least five people are missing after Silver Lake Nursing Home partially collapsed
The facility, which officials also referred to as Silver Lake Nursing Home, partially collapsed into its basement. The…
Hutt River rescue: Three men saved after night stranded in gorge
“They happened to be able to get a glimmer of cellphone reception and called for assistance about 7.30pm,”…
Coastguard issues summer boating safety alert after near-fatal Lake Rotoiti rescue
Without the crucial life preservers, the brothers used two bags and a seat cushion to stay above the…
Coromandel rescue: Person missing in water near Waikawau boat ramp
Kelsie Wilkie Desk editor, live news·NZ Herald· 21 Dec, 2025 11:32 PMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald…
Ruatiti farm killings: Dog club members rescue pets under armed police guard
“Yesterday was a day with so many different emotions one would think the well was dry. But no,…